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Sociology AS/A2 at Haringey Sixth Form Centre

Course description

How societies work in terms of both large scale patterns and trends as well as at an interpersonal level

The structures and cultures of different societies throughout the world and within the contemporary UK and the means by which individuals become accepted and effective members of their society

The various institutions and systems found in society such as: the family, education, mass media, crime and deviance

How a person or groups social class, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability may impact upon their experience and life chances in relation to these aspects of society

The methods sociologists use to study society

Entry requirements

5 GCSE grade A* – C in relevant subjects including English Language. One of these should be a B grade. Please note, a BTEC First qualification
counts as equivalent to 2 GCSEs. Only one BTEC First can count towards the 5 GCSE equivalence required.

Further information

Where it leads:

You can progress on to university to study subjects such as criminology and law. Studying sociology can lead to careers such as counselling, social work, Journalism and other media related careers as well as Politics and the Law.

How to apply

If you want to apply for this course, you will need to contact Haringey Sixth Form Centre directly.